Has anyone done terrazzo countertops in a kitchen remodel? My designer is suggesting it and I’m not opposed but would be interested in some opinions about it.
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- “I wanted to but couldn’t fit it into my budget (I believe I had that same sample). I ended up going with a terrazzo-like quartz that was more subtle and terrazzo floor tiles. If it works in your budget, do it!”
- “Love the look, we were considering it but in the end decided against real terrazzo as it’s porous, which means it can stain with spillages of certain things (lemon juice being one), also the stone is prone to chipping, our joiner told us, and we also got feedback from one friend that the front of their shirts started pilling from rubbing against the stone. We’re going with an engineered quartz benchtop instead – you may be able to find an engineered stone with a similar look.”
- “There are granites that have a terrazzo look that i like. I prefer when the “bits” are smaller and more neutral / tonal than what you’re showing in the picture.”
- “Terrazzo, as a cementitious product is not without its unique level of maintenance. Some stones like marble also have a level of maintenance that other types do not. Know that going in and you should be fine.”
- “I have them! A bit hard to maintain. I wax mine. Wine will soak right into the cement part. And forget finding that lost white pill on them. Try to find a quartz that mimics this, if you can.”
- “Bold terrazzo is very trendy right now so if you are concerned that your counter might look dated in a few years, select something with a muted pattern since you’re working with a modern palette of colours.”
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